Assistant State Fire Marshal
About The Position
The Assistant State Fire Marshal assists in the enforcement of laws and regulations related to fire safety, health care life safety, fire prevention, suppression of arson, natural gas and propane safety, conveyance safety, boiler safety and underground storage tank safety. This role involves carrying out administrative and supervisory duties and assisting the Agency Director as needed. The State of Nebraska is a large and diverse employer, valuing dignity, respect, ethical conduct, and customer priority, and offers opportunities for meaningful public service and career advancement.
Requirements
- Post high school coursework/training in: business administration, public administration, program evaluation or organizational/management analysis
- Experience in a supervisory capacity in an organized fire department or in fire prevention and inspection work.
- Ability to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation.
- Regular and reliable attendance required.
- Ability to learn and interpret statutory and regulatory requirements in a wide range of specialized and technical fields.
- Knowledge of Agency programs, functions, policies and processes
- Ability to develop and implement Agency proposals to achieve Agency goals
- Supervisory and communication skills with internal and external customers
- Ability to interpret and enforce safety regulations
- Technical writing skill required
Nice To Haves
- Business administration
- Public administration
- Organizational management
- Fire service background
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, coordinate and control the operations of the State Fire Marshal Agency.
- Determines the needs of the Agency regarding staffing, material and equipment.
- Conduct supervisory duties for Agency management staff.
- Develops and recommends statutes, regulations, policies and procedures based on Agency needs.
- Confer with Agency Director to solve problems or issues as directed.
- In conjunction with DHHS, lead federal health care survey process.
- Assist fire service and law enforcement with issues and concerns.
- Other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
- Military leave
- 156% state-matched retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 79% employer paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement
- Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
- Training and Development based on your career aspirations
- Fun, inviting teammates
- A safe and secure environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
